CYPRUS
Ranks very high on the Human Development Index
Population: 1.2 Million
Capital: Nicosia
A Member of the European Union
The 3rd largest island in the Mediterranean Sea
WHY CYPRUS
Cyprus is a major tourist destination
Cyprus has one of the warmest climates in the Region
Cyprus is one of the top three spenders of education in the European Union, nearly 7% of the country's GDP
Cyprus' art history is dated to 10,000 years
Cyprus is well known for its desserts and excellent cuisine, including the famous Halloumi cheese, which originated in Cyprus
IN CYPRUS
There is a neolithic village, Khirokitia, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site dating back to 6,800 B.C.
Cyprus' sunshine hours are around 3,200 per year, average 5–6 hours in December and 12–13 hours in July
Cyprus has has several heliports, two international airports, and many harbours